Christian Pulisic is available for Chelsea’s clash with Atletico Madrid in Wednesday night’s Champions League fixture. The winger has returned from injury after missing the last two games, and will be in contention to play at Stamford Bridge. Christian Pulisic joins Eden Hazard on the list of absentees following injuries that have kept them out of international duty this week.
Christian Pulisic is available for Chelsea’s Champions League clash after returning from injury. The American international has been sidelined since September with a hamstring problem, but he will be back in time to face Malmö on Wednesday.
Christian Pulisic will make his first Chelsea appearance since August 14 when manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the US international’s inclusion in the squad for Tuesday’s Champions League trip to Malmo.
Pulisic, 23, has been battling an ankle injury he received while on international duty in a World Cup qualifier against Honduras on Sept. 8, prompting Tuchel to say last month that he was “truly suffering” because of his forced absence.
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In contrast to Mason Mount (illness), Romelu Lukaku (ankle), Timo Werner, and Mateo Kovacic, Tuchel confirmed Pulisic was available during a press conference on Monday before of Chelsea’s departure to Sweden (both hamstring).
“Unfortunately, these four guys are still out, but it’s no surprise for Timo, Romelu, and Kova,” he remarked. “Mason isn’t feeling much better, but to put an end to any conjecture, it isn’t COVID.”
“He is just unwell and is unable to participate in training or the trip to Malmo. Christian Pulisic is back in the lineup for tomorrow’s game.”
Chelsea are second in Group H behind Juventus, but they thrashed Malmo 4-0 in the reverse game two weeks ago, and a win on Tuesday would put them in a strong position to qualify.
Christian Pulisic might make his Champions League comeback against Chelsea on Tuesday. Chelsea FC photo courtesy of Darren Walsh/Getty Images
Tuchel has had a wonderful start to life in west London, having succeeded Frank Lampard as head coach in late January. Chelsea are reigning champions and also top of the Premier League.
It also marks the end of a personal change after being fired by Paris Saint-Germain on Christmas Eve after leading the Ligue 1 club to the Champions League final the previous season.
“I am quite appreciative, and I believe I am in this position right now as a result of my previous experiences with other teams,” he continued.
“I am pleased that I learnt this work at an academy level, and that certain individuals in my career, beginning with my parents and the supervisors at the youth academies, and subsequently the managers, believed in me and gave me confidence.” As a result, the goal is to improve every day and to never stop learning and growing as a coach.
“Now it seems to be a fantastic match for me from the start, and I am overjoyed to be a member of this club.” Perhaps this is the last ten percent. Everything falls into place fairly naturally if you are really pleased and valued. You may also work as part of a large group to achieve goals.
“I’m not sure whether I need further incentive.” Obviously, being fired at Christmas was not pleasant, since my purpose at PSG had not been accomplished. I had high aspirations to win the Champions League once again, as well as the domestic crown.
“I was itching to do it, and we were already on our way.” Of course, this was a major setback, and a tremendous chance with Chelsea arose a few weeks later.
“The urge to participate in this enterprise outweighed the dread and anxiety over the 18-month commitment. In football, you must take risks, be daring and gutsy, and once you have a sense of greater participation, I am content where I am, but I want to improve every day. This is an excellent setting in which to do so.”
Christian Pulisic is available for Chelsea’s Champions League clash after returning from injury. The United States international has been sidelined since September with a hamstring problem. Reference: psg.
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